Gen set control unit

Three-phases AMF
automatic genset
controller

True RMS readings on

generator voltages
and currents

Additional current
measurement for
neutral or
differential
protection

Active, Reactive and

apparent power
measurement

20 fully
programmable digital
input

Up to 14
programmable digital
output

Up to additional 16
INPUT and 16 OUTPUT
by means DITEL
DEVICE

RS232 interface port

with MODBUS RTU
protocol

J1939 and MTU MDEC

CAN interface

Real Time Clock

Events and data

logging

Engine speed
measurement by pick
-up or W

GSM and PSTN

modem management

SMS communication

Via Molinello 8/B

21040 Jerago (VA)
Italy
Tel +39 0331 212941
Fax +39 0331 216102
www.sices.eu
E-mail: info@sices.eu

DST4601
AMF generator set controller
DST4601 brings new concepts in
gen-set controller devices:
Merging both LED and LCD displays,
gives you measures reading easiness
of standard panel meter devices
alongside the use simplicity, due to
plain text human interface; moreover
a lot of technical measures and
information can be reported to
operators.
DST4601 is a full featured
device; it integrates on the
standard version almost all the
required functionality: quite all generator protections, engine protections
and monitoring, fuel pump managing,
real time clock, serial communication and direct PSTN and GSM modem managing capability (no
more special kit, connect the external modem, set the communication parameter and you are
ready to work). Versatility of use thanks to 20 isolated inputs and to 8 relays and 8 static
outputs, history logs and so on.
Device is designed and built for excellent measures performance. Both generator voltage and
current measures are true RMS measures. Fast sampling rate alongside to special calculation
algorithms yield good precision, linearity and immunity. Active, reactive and apparent power
measure and energy counters share the same features. Engine instruments, thanks to a
reference wire, avoid wrong measures due to ground voltage differences between panel and
engine.

OPERATION
By means of key operated selector switch and
push buttons, the following modes can be
selected:
OFF/RESET/PROGRAM: engine start inhibition,
load is forced to be supplied from the Mains.
When the engine is running and the selector
switch is turned to the 'OFF' position, the engine
shutdown sequence is activated.
Reset of all alarms.
PROGRAM is a function which allows to access
to all programmable parameters. If the key
selector is in OFF position, it is possible to
change parameters
Enable parameters change (programming)
MANUAL: engine manual START and STOP
controls are enabled. The Gen Set protection
devices are activated. The starting command is
automatically disabled when the engine is
running.
AUTOMATIC: DST4601 act as AMF device. Automatic start upon Mains failure. The engine start

is obtained through a cycle of starting

attempts, each followed by a pause.
In case of starting failure, the control board
gives an optical signal and forces the Gen Set
to shutdown, thus avoiding battery discharge.
Upon engine starting, the starter motor is automatically disconnected by the electronic
control board. Once the rated conditions are
reached, the Gen Set is connected to the load.
The Gen Set is automatically controlled by the
appropriate protection devices. When the
Mains return within the normal limits, the Gen
Set is automatically disconnected from the
load.
The load is then supplied by the Mains and the
engine is stopped after an adjustable cooling
time.
TEST: Automatic start for testing operations
with s af ety protections enabled. Mains/Gen
Set changeover is dis abled. Upon Mains
failure, the load is immediately supplied by
the Gen Set.

Technical characteristics
Controls
Key selector switch.
Engine START and STOP pushbutton.
ACK/MODE (acoustic alarm silencing and LED display
operating mode selector).
LOAD/UNLOAD.
LCD CONTRAST DECREASE/INCREASE.
Four ARROW keys for LCD display selection mode, window
selection, parameter change and other.
EXIT, ENTER keys.
Dead key SHIFT.

Measures
Generator Voltages:
L1-N, L2-N, L3-N, L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1
True RMS measure.
Lx-N max. voltage < 300Vac cat. IV
High voltage pulse = 6kV 1.2/50 us
Max. measurable voltage = 25.000V (by external TV).
Generator Currents:
L1, L2, L3
True RMS measure.
Nominal max. current: 5Aac
Overload measurable current : 4 x 5Aac (sinusoidal).
Internal current transformer.
Max. nominal current = 6000A (by external TA).
Mains Voltage:
L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1
Average measure calibrated to RMS.
Lx-N max. voltage < 300Vac cat. IV
High voltage pulse = 6kV 1.2/50 us
Max. measurable voltage = 25.000V (by external TV).
Generator Frequency meter:
Resolution = 0.1 Hz.
Accuracy = 50ppm, 35ppm/C (typical)
Battery Voltmeter:
Resolution = 0.1V
Oil Pressure Gauge:
VDO 0-10 Bar, VDO 0-5 Bar, Veglia 0-8 Bar
(optional 0-10V input)
Water Thermometer:
VDO, Veglia
(optional 0-10V input)
Fuel Level:
VDO, Veglia
Engine revolution counter:
By pick-up. Programmable teeth number.
Same input can be used by W signal.

Computed Measures
Active power meter, Reactive power meter, Apparent power
meter, Power factor: total and phase by phase, Active and
reactive energy counter, Hour counter, Start Counter

Engine Protections
Overspeed (12), Incomplete sequence (48), Belt-break, Engine
temperature warning and alarm, Oil pressure warning and
alarm, Water level warning and alarm, Max power

Generator Protections
Underfrequency (81U)
Overfrequency (81O)
Undervoltage (27)
Overvoltage (59),
Power direction (32)
Time dependent overcurrent (51)
Instantaneous overcurrent (50)
Phase sequence
Current and Voltage unbalance

Optional Ground Fault Protection (51N or 51GN)

Embedded functions
Real time clock calendar:
Hour, minute, second, day, month, year (leap year), day of week.
Operating without power for at lest 2 days.
Gen-set operation can be enabled base on days of the week and
time.
Test operation can be enabled base on days of the week and time.
Date and time can be remotely adjusted by supervisor software.
Fast trend history log:
30 record of all measured value plus total powers measure (typical
30 last operating minutes).
Slow trend history log:
48 record of all measured value plus total powers measure (typical
last operating day).
Event history log:
99 record of event. Relevant event connect to special 15 record
of analogue measure.
Communication:
RS232 Serial communication, MODBUS RTU interface, PSTN and
GSM direct modem management, data call on gen-set warning/
alarm function (in modem operation), SMS communication in GSM
modem operation mode. Complete supervisor software for
Windows available.
Fuel pump:
Board manages a fuel pump by means an external power relays
and by 5 input level signals. Auto and Manual operating mode. Easy
Manual operation by means front panel two pushbuttons toggle
operation.
Maintenance warning:
Board issue a warning when the running hours before
maintenance are elapsed.
Panel Temperature warning:
Board issue a warning when panel temperature are approaching a
specified temperature
Gen-Set lock function:
Gen-Set operation can be remotely disabled. Unlocking requires
the supplied password.
Internal Alarm Horn:
Internal Alarm Horn make easier panel assembling.
Available in option CANBUS interface (conform to J1939
SAE protocol and to MTU specification). Diagnostic code are
acquired and displayed in SPN and FMI format with explanation
message.

Other Technical data

Supply voltage: 6.533 Vdc
Power consumption: typical less than 7W
Nominal Gen-Set frequency: 50 or 60 Hz
Digital input: optoisolated
Static output: Max 300 mA
Relay outputs: 10A nominal
Auxiliary relays output: 1A 30V
LCD: transflective with LED backlight
Operating temperature: -20 C to 60 C
Weight: 1,6 Kg
Overall dimension: 260x205x75 mm
Required Panel cutting: 240x172 mm
Panel mounting: by means stud-bolt.
Protection Grade: IP65 (front panel, by means additional keylock
protective cap).
EMC: conform to EN61326-1.
Safety: built in conformity to EN61010-1
As standard specifications and designs develop from time to time,
always ask to SICES for confirmation of the information given in
this publication.